“If we open the door to the use of chemical weapons and let it go unresponded to, then I think that sends a signal to other people that want to use them, that they can do so with impunity.” — Sen. John McCain at a town hall meeting where he confronted opposition to a military action against Syria for the use of chemical weapons.

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“No civilized system of justice should have to depend on such flimsy evidence, quite possibly tainted by dishonesty or overzealousness, to decide whether to take someone’s life or liberty.” — Chief Judge Alex Kozinski, writing for the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals when Debra Mike’s conviction for having her 4-year-old son killed was overturned.

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“I felt like we had to keep scoring because Baltimore can score at any time.” — Quarterback Peyton Manning after tying the NFL record of seven touchdown throws in a game during the Broncos win over the Ravens.